“I’m Putting Myself in a Time-Out”: Suzi “Going Categorical”

When children play, they often say things such as “you be the mommy” or “I’m the teacher” (Gordon, 2002). Children establish these categories of “mommy” or “teacher” as part of their play sequences, which allow them to play in different roles, and assume adult roles even for just a moment. The work...

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Main Author: Darcey Searles
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Columbia University Libraries 2013-05-01
Series:Studies in Applied Linguistics & TESOL
Online Access:https://journals.library.columbia.edu/index.php/SALT/article/view/1350